Wordle Hints

Wordle #1709

Wordle Hints and Answer for Sunday, February 22, 2026

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Today's puzzle is rated Hard difficulty, so you may need extra hints! The answer is a noun with 3 vowels and uses fairly common letters, including at least one repeated letter.

Difficulty: Hard
noun

Letter Facts

Vowels
3
Consonants
2
Repeats
Yes
Letters
Fairly Common

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Recommended Starting Words

AUDIOBRAVEVAULT

Hints

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Starting Hint

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Starting Hint

This word belongs to the world of food and nature, specifically something that grows.

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Getting Warmer

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Getting Warmer

You might find this in the produce section of a grocery store, often near other tropical items.

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Letter Clue

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Letter Clue

The word begins with the letter G.

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Stronger Hint

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Stronger Hint

This tropical fruit has pink or white flesh and is often used to make juice, jelly, or paste in Latin American and Caribbean cuisines.

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Rhyming Clue

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Rhyming Clue

This word has a similar sound to NIRVANA or SAGA.

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Final Clue

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Final Clue

This five letter word starts with G and ends with A, and contains three vowels including two of the same vowel.

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Answer

GUAVA

This tropical fruit originated in Central America and has been cultivated for thousands of years. It is known for its fragrant aroma and is packed with vitamin C, containing more than most citrus fruits. The fruit can be eaten raw, made into beverages, or used in desserts and savory dishes across many cultures.

Strategy Tip

Today's puzzle features a repeated vowel, which can be tricky to spot. When you confirm a vowel is in the word, consider whether it might appear more than once. Words with double A are uncommon in English, so they can catch players off guard.